Friendship Quote by Hudson Taylor
“Unless you intend your wife to be a true missionary, not merely a wife, home-maker, and friend, do not join us.”
About This Quote
Source Book: China Missionary Life, Hudson Taylor, 1885
He warns that a wife should be a true missionary, not just a domestic partner, before joining the mission.
In simple terms: A wife must share the mission’s purpose, not just be a housewife.
Key Takeaway
Seek partners who share your spiritual calling.
Themes
mission
marriage
purpose
gender roles
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- mission recruitment
- marriage counseling
- church leadership
- family planning
Key Concepts
missionary work
spiritual partnership
gender expectations
Questions to Reflect On
- Is shared purpose essential for partnership?
- How to balance domestic duties with mission work?
A Different Perspective
If a wife lacks missionary zeal, the partnership may strain the mission.
